Chef de Partie

Package Description

• Over 18’s: £17 Per hour 
• Flexible working 
• Match Days and Non-Match Days (C&E Events) which includes evening & weekend shifts

Job Introduction

We’re experience makers.

And food fanatics.

And we’re hiring a Chef de Partie to join the team at Brighton & Hove FC. 

Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring personality, your background and your desire for delighting others. In return we’ll give you all you need to thrive. Because at Sodexo Live! We’re so much more.

Be part of something greater. 

This opportunity will be to join the team for the 2026/27 Football Season. With the opportunity to work at Matchdays and Non matchdays, this is a great opportunity for driven individuals to succeed in a fast and innovative catering facility. 

We are looking for a passionate and motivated Chef de Partie to support the delivery of high-quality food across a busy hospitality and event environment. The successful candidate will take responsibility for a designated kitchen section, ensuring food is prepared, cooked, and presented to the highest standards while supporting smooth kitchen operations during matchdays, conferences, and premium events.

This role is ideal for someone with strong culinary skills who enjoys working in fast-paced environments and takes pride in delivering excellent food and service.

Main Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food to company and venue standards
• Take responsibility for a designated kitchen section during service
• Ensure all dishes are prepared consistently and within required service times
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness
• Follow all allergen and food safety procedures correctly
• Ensure temperature checks and due diligence records are completed accurately
• Work closely with the wider kitchen and front-of-house teams during service
• Follow all company health & safety procedures and standards
• Remain organised and efficient during busy service periods

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience within a Chef de Partie or similar kitchen role
• Experience working within fast-paced hospitality, catering, or event environments
• Passion for food quality and presentation
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work calmly under pressure during busy services
• Good understanding of food safety and allergen procedures
• Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification preferred
• Reliable, flexible, and professional approach to work
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Positive attitude with willingness to learn and develop
• Comfortable working evenings, weekends, and event days

About The Company

Sodexo Live!

We’re Experience Makers. 
And go-getters, fanatic foodies, and community pillars. 

At Sodexo Live! build a career where ‘everyday’ is anything but normal. Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring personality, your background, and your desire for delighting others. In return we’ll give you all you need to thrive.
We Belong to a team that feels like family, ACT with purpose and be inclusive, Thrive in our career, while able to Be Live in the moment creating exceptional memories. 
 
After giving it all, you’ll return home knowing that you’ve played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment. 
Because at Sodexo Live! we’re so much more.

 Be part of something greater

Why choose Sodexo Live! – 

At Sodexo Live! we believe in making every moment count, for the guests we serve and for our team members. We take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet, making every event a positive story worth telling. Whether at high-profile sports venues, cultural destinations, corporate events or once-in-a-lifetime social functions, you won’t just craft the moment… you’ll be immersed in the action. As part of the Sodexo Live! team, you belong to something greater. You bring people together and make a real impact in local communities through the power of shared experiences. You have the opportunity to gain the skills to thrive for a long-term career with a team that is inclusive and always ready to embrace the moment.

Globally Sodexo Live! contributes to the success of events such as Royal Ascot, the Tour de France, the Rugby World Cup and the Paris 2024 Games, and showcases exceptional venues such as the Eiffel Tower Restaurants, Bateaux Parisiens, Yachts de Paris, the Royal Academy of Arts in London, the Museo del Prado in Madrid, the Hard Rock Stadium, the Scottish National Gallery, and the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. 

Other venues in the UK include Fulham FC, Newcastle United FC and Edinburgh Zoo.

Sodexo Live! is part of Sodexo which provides catering, facilities management, employee benefits and personal home services to 100 million consumers daily in 56 countries. At Sodexo we believe in the difference a day makes. That’s why we are proud to focus on people’s essential needs: we see them as key to improve the quality of life. We know that by focusing on the tangible, the real, the concrete improvements, day after day, for millions of people, we have a big impact not only on individuals but also on society and the planet. We believe it all starts with the everyday.